Mohammad Hashim Kamali is a well-known Islamic scholar and jurist who is recognized for his knowledge of Islamic law (Shariah) and ethics. He is the author of the book "The Dignity of Man: An Islamic Perspective". The book serves as the introduction to the "Fundamental Rights and Liberties in Islam Series." The Dignity of Man: An Islamic Perspective provides the most detailed study to date on the subject of the dignity of man from the perspective of Islam. M H Kamali sets out the proclamations on human dignity found in the Qur'an and then discusses topics pertaining to or resulting from human dignity: the physical and spiritual nobility of man; God's love for humanity; the sanctity of life; and the necessity for freedom, equality and accountability. Finally, the author examines the measures that the Sharia has taken to protect human dignity and to promote it in social interaction. The discussion is here presented in the light of the debate on the universality of human rights as enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Kamali examines the idea of human dignity from an Islamic point of view in this book, going over its origins, ramifications, and importance within the context of Islamic teachings. To explain the Islamic view of human dignity, he digs into the Quranic passages, Prophetic traditions (Hadith), and traditional Islamic research.

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A well-known Islamic scholar, jurist, and law lecturer is Mohammad Hashim Kamali. He was born in Afghanistan in 1944 and later attained Malaysian citizenship through naturalisation. Kamali is renowned around the world for his contributions to legal theory, ethics, and Islamic law (Shariah). Islamic law is Kamali's area of speciality, especially in the fields of legal theory, jurisprudence, and ethics. He has made substantial contributions to the discipline by writing various books and essays on these topics. His writings stand out for their painstaking research, thorough analysis, and commitment to both traditional Islamic texts and current legal issues.